When’s the last time you bought new sheets? Here’s how often experts say to wash and change them out

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With all the content available online these days, it can be hard to figure out what’s real and what’s hype. While we don’t always have the answers, we have a direct line to people who do — which is why we present to you our series The Internet Made Me Ask, where we have experts break down the truth about some of the buzziest trends (and questions) on our timelines, like whether bath sheets are actually different from towels.

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There are so many different options online and in stores when it comes to bedding — the variety of pillowcases, flat sheets and comforters available makes it hard to know what to choose. What’s less confusing, though, is knowing that no matter what, your sheets need to be cleaned regularly to avoid stains, odors and damage. Knowing just how often you should wash your sheets and bedding is a little more obscure, plus, even if your bedding is technically clean, sometimes it may just be time to replace it.

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To find out how often you should change…

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